Upcoming Events
Reading Queer Ball 2026
Date: June 13th 2026
Entertainment and performers:
Major Dom - He’s a flirt and a fag, and sometimes even a Major Dom. Bringing black trans magic to stages across the country, he’s performed at Andro and Eve, Walthamstow Trans Pride, Fist Club, Mighty Hoopla and more.
Kit Kelly - COUNT GAYLORD, HOTEL MANAGER and FUNNYMAN, INVITES YOU TO HIS PRIVATE CHAMBERS ...FOR SOME ENTERTAINMENT ;-) A transatlantic 1920s vampire runs his booming speakeasy and is always hungry for guests!
.......other exciting acts to come.
Location: Rising Sun Arts Centre, 30 Silver Street, Reading RG1 2ST
Doors open at 18:30, performances will begin at 19:30
Accessibility: The venue has step free access, from both the main and rear entrances, there is accessible parking at the rear of the venue. There is step free access to the toilets, there is also an accessible toilet. No haze or strobe lighting, but there will be flash photography. Accessible parking at the back of the venue. Please be Covid conscious, if you feel unwell please test and consider wearing a mask while indoors, which we have available. If you can no longer attend due to illness please contact us to arrange a refund, unless you would like to pay it forward. The fire door/rear exit will be open, for ventilation and access to the rear outdoor area during the event.
Join us and party like it's 1926. Inspired by the Hamilton Lodge Balls of the 20s and 30s.
We will have a photo backdrop where you can have your portrait take in true period fashion, with our vintage Twin Lens Reflex camera, portraits are free to sit, though you will need to speak to our photographer, the talented Mars Blackmon, or your host. You can find Mars on Instagram or view their portfolio.
Prints will cost extra, print prices TBC.
Dress code is Jazz Age glamour, evening dresses, ballgowns, tuxedos, dark suits with ties/bowties, and jewellery. Make it queer!
Please see our gallery for style inspiration, and our history page for more on the original Hamilton Lodge Ball.
Please note: We are committed to providing immersive, high quality experiences, as such we do require an effort to be made with costuming. We reserve the right to refuse entry if you are not in costume, though we'd rather avoid it and have a great party for all attendees.
Tickets are available on Outsavvy.